Conor McGregor denies collusion over rape allegation in Dublin hotel case
Conor McGregor has denied suggestions that he considered a friend might take the blame for a woman's rape allegation against him. He stated he did not collude with James Lawrence regarding the claims made by Nikita Hand. McGregor testified that he had consensual sex with Hand at a Dublin hotel in December 2018. He described her allegations as false and expressed shock at photos showing her bruises, asserting he did not cause them. The cross-examination included discussions about McGregor's police statements and his legal advice. He acknowledged paying Lawrence's legal fees but denied any collusion between them. The case continues in court.